Constructed from a mosaic of different quarters, each with a strong identity, Jerusalem also houses the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Rock: three holy monuments for each of the three monotheistic religions.

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Outside of the old centre of Jerusalem, the Yad Vashem memorial is undoubtedly the must-see museum in the 'Holy City' . 

Yad VaShem

Ein Gedi is an oasis nestling on the shores of the Dead Sea.

Ein Gedi

Mitzpe Ramon is the town that overlooks the incredible crater of Makhtesh Ramon. For a few years some unusual hotels have been opening in this little town. It's a good place to stay to explore the crater.

Mitzpe Ramon

Mount Carmel overlooks the town of Haifaand then extends into Galilee. It's a place for walking and pick-nicking. It's also the gateway to the Druze villages.

Mount Carmel

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There's nothing particularly special to see on Mount Carmel but it is nonetheless one of my favourite places in Israel. Probably because the place feels really genuine. You can wind through peaceful, Mediterranean countryside on roads 721 or 672 (the only 2 which go to Mount Carmel) and the only thing you need to think about is where to stop to admire the scenery. Whenever I stop to buy cheese, bread or olives from the local peasant who have set up shop beside the road, I always look round in admiration. If you want to eat, some of the locals have set up terraces in their gardens where you can stop. The menu is usually home made laffa bread with labneh and za'atar under the shade of the vines. In short, if you want to experience some real life during your <a href="/israel/">trip to Isarel</a>, then don't forget to go to Mount Carmel!

Mount Carmel overlooks the town of Haifaand then extends into Galilee. It's a place for walking and pick-nicking. It's also the gateway to the Druze villages.

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